ResMed Inc. (NYSE: RMD) and Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corporation Limited (NZSE: FPH, ASX: FPH) announced that they have settled the patent infringement lawsuit ResMed filed against Fisher & Paykel over Fisher & Paykel’s Aclaim mask products, used in the treatment of sleep-disordered breathing. ResMed will dismiss the lawsuit, which was filed in US District Court in San Diego, California. Both parties are pleased to have settled the dispute.
Fisher & Paykel will be introducing a new design of its Aclaim mask by August 1, 2003, and ResMed will not assert intellectual property claims against the new mask. In addition, Fisher & Paykel will continue to sell its existing Aclaim masks under a license from ResMed until it introduces the new version. The remaining terms and conditions of the settlement are confidential.
About ResMed ResMed is a leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of medical equipment for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of sleep-disordered breathing, selling a comprehensive range of products in over 60 countries. About Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of heated humidification products and systems for use in respiratory care and the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. It also offers an innovative range of patient warming devices and neonatal care products. Its products are sold in over 90 countries worldwide.
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Resmed and Fisher & Paykel Healthcare settle patent dispute
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